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The Braves are poaching former Yankees prospects

by Chris Posted on February 24, 2015 9:00AM EST

View image | gettyimages.com Back in October, longtime Yankees scout Gordon Blakely — the scout who signed Robinson Cano — left the organization to take a job with the Atlanta Braves as a special assistant to their general manager. Understandably, the move … Continue reading →

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2014 projections: Relief pitchers

by Chris Posted on February 17, 2014 10:00AM EST

In the coming days, I will take a look at projected stats for all of the players in big league camp this spring. Yesterday, in the first installment, I broke down what the various projection systems forecast for the Yankees’ starting … Continue reading →

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The 40-Man Chopping Block

by Derek Posted on May 13, 2013 10:26PM EDT

As some of the Yankees’ walking wounded inch closer to the active roster, Brian Cashman will be busy creating space for those returning. Considering how many injuries the Yankees have been dealt, there’s going to be a pretty high 40-man … Continue reading →

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Yankees Protect Six from Rule V Draft, Re-Sign Kuroda

by Derek Posted on November 20, 2012 11:22PM EST

Today, the Yankees announced six players being added to the 40-man roster in order to avoid exposure to the Rule V draft that takes place on the final day of the Winter Meetings. Unfamiliar with the Rule V draft? Read … Continue reading →

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